Multimedia Journalist & Weather Reporter

Mediaco Holding, Inc.; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Mediaco Holding, Inc. in Champaign, IL is seeking a Multimedia Journalist I to report, shoot and edit daily news stories for our Fox Illinois newscasts.

You will develop enterprising story ideas, cultivate sources and contribute to multiple platforms including television. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in journalism, solid storytelling, strong written and verbal communication, and the ability to maintain an active social media presence to build your brand.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism or related field.
• Strong storytelling with enterprise reporting.
• Self-starter capable of generating daily story ideas.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to build and maintain a social media presence for audience growth.

Responsibilities

• Report, shoot and edit news stories for television and digital platforms.
• Enterprising story ideas and develop contacts for future stories.
• Produce daily content across multiple platforms for TV and online.
• Collaborate with a team to deliver timely, accurate news in a fast-paced newsroom.

Skills

Story ideas generation

Meteorologist experience

Enterprise reporting

Communication skills

Social media presence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism

Job description

Mediaco Holding, Inc. in Champaign, IL is seeking a Multimedia Journalist I to report, shoot and edit daily news stories for our Fox Illinois newscasts.

You will develop enterprising story ideas, cultivate sources and contribute to multiple platforms including television. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in journalism, solid storytelling, strong written and verbal communication, and the ability to maintain an active social media presence to build your brand.